temperament
Example Sentences
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Middleton’s many endorsers reject that argument, saying he has the temperament and executive leadership know-how needed to run the agency.
From Salon • May 23, 2026
Other key attributes are a love of play, confidence and a gentle temperament towards fellow animals is crucial.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
Which is why today Slate is launching a new season of Slow Burn, Becoming Justice Gorsuch, exploring his life, judicial temperament, and character.
From Slate • May 13, 2026
According to the historian, “so great was McLean’s judgment, temperament, and fair-mindedness” that National League officials agreed to his demand to be paid $5 a game—unheard of at the time.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
If Bob was unavailable, then he would rather be alone, for in temperament he was not in the least Mr. Clutter’s son but rather Bonnie’s child, a sensitive and reticent boy.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
Vocabulary lists containing temperament
"The Great Gatsby," Chapter 1 Vocabulary
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"The Mixer," Vocabulary from the short story
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Vocabulary from the First Presidential Debate: September 26, 2016
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